Renault Gta Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Renault Gta car check
Is the Renault Gta reliable? We analysed 3,263 real MOT tests across 351 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Gta is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, parking brake recording little or no effort and parking brake lever has no reserve travel. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Gta.
Renault Gta Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Gta. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Gta MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Gta to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Gta Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Gta fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Gta Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Gta owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Gta MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Gta year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 73 | 82.2% | 40,222 | 88,913 | 101,108 |
| 1993 | 58 | 77.6% | 79,814 | 84,082 | 112,163 |
| 1992 | 159 | 74.2% | 27,334 | 84,094 | 130,530 |
| 1991 | 160 | 74.4% | 42,079 | 86,922 | 96,409 |
| 1990 | 540 | 77.0% | 39,497 | 69,008 | 100,113 |
| 1989 | 738 | 74.9% | 53,315 | 78,001 | 103,451 |
| 1988 | 812 | 72.8% | 65,461 | 90,754 | 112,034 |
| 1987 | 422 | 73.0% | 63,248 | 86,365 | 103,128 |
| 1986 | 278 | 76.3% | 46,805 | 71,552 | 81,169 |
How Long Does a Renault Gta Last?
Based on 351 Renault Gta vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Gta Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Gta MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Gta
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.2% MOT pass rate from 73 tests
72.8% MOT pass rate from 812 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Gta is 1994, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.2% across 73 tests. The 1988 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Gta Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Gta THIS CAR | 74.8% | 3,263 | 80,704 mi | 40 yrs |
| Renault Clio | 67.1% | 14,729,048 | 62,807 mi | 33 yrs |
| Renault Megane | 67.3% | 7,306,346 | 70,453 mi | 30 yrs |
| Renault Laguna | 64.6% | 2,783,232 | 89,257 mi | 32 yrs |
| Yamaha CW50 | 76.6% | 4,610 | 7,668 mi | 36 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Gta outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Renault Gta has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.8% across 3,263 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Renault Gta are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (318 recorded failures), parking brake recording little or no effort (142), and parking brake lever has no reserve travel (107). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Renault Gta owner drives around 466 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Renault Gta models stay on UK roads for around 40 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.